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Why is the discovery of artemisinin significant?
The discovery of artemisinin is considered one of the most significant advances in malaria treatment. It has drastically reduced malaria mortality rates and remains a cornerstone in the global fight against malaria, especially in regions where drug-resistant malaria strains have emerged. Artemisinin and its derivatives are key components in artemisinin-based combination therapies (ACTs), which are recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) for treating malaria.
